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Megan Johnson McCullough
Body Mass Index: How do You Size Up?
by Megan Johnson McCullough
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Body mass index is a measure of body fat that is based upon an individual’s weight and height. Since BMI measures body fatness, it can indicate health problems associated with weight. This is not a direct measure of body fatness but has been shown to have similar results to those indicated by skinfold measurements, bioelectrical impedance, and underwater weighing.Since the 1970s, the prevalence of... 5/7/2019 7:00:00 AM
Kacey Mya
6 Things You Didn't Know About Motion Sickness
by Kacey Mya
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Have you ever experienced motion sickness? With planes, trains, cars and more, it’s easy to get stuck in an uncomfortable situation. But there could be more behind the illness than you realize. From symptoms and causes to tips and tricks, here are six things you may not have known about motion sickness.1. Some are More Susceptible Motion sickness, referred to as kinetosis, occurs when the eyes, inner... 5/2/2019 4:00:00 AM
Kacey Mya
8 Healthy Dishes Perfect for Spring
by Kacey Mya
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Blue skies, warm weather and tasty comfort food — what more could you ask for? If you want to eat clean and healthy even during the springtime, you don't have to skip out on some of the best traditions. Take advantage of the season's fresh flavors to craft a healthy menu for spring.1. Grilled Four-Onion PizzaThis recipe makes two tasty onion pizzas, each topped with great ingredients like fresh chives,... 4/30/2019 7:00:00 AM
Ainsley Lawrence
The State of HIV and AIDS Treatment in 2019
by Ainsley Lawrence
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In June 1981, a new virus was discovered that disproportionately affected gay men in Los Angeles. It quickly became an epidemic, spreading around the world. What followed was decades of fear, stigma, and ignorance regarding the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), which can develop into the deadly acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). The AIDS epidemic has led to 35 million deaths worldwide, and... 4/30/2019 7:00:00 AM
Kim Saeed
Can Narcissism Be Cured? Too Many Tricksters Are Providing False Claims
by Kim Saeed
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Can narcissism be cured? It’s an interesting and tantalizing question. Can there be a cure to the absurd and devastating insanity so many partners and their families experienceA cure sounds so lovely, doesn’t it? So promising and so beautiful. With just X, Y, and Z, you can save your marriage! You can rebuild your sanity, and the narcissism just melts away- like a distant memory.Let’s Slow DownLet’s... 4/25/2019 7:00:00 AM
Rachael Pace
Mental Illness in a Couples Relationship - How to Sustain It
by Rachael Pace
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If your spouse has recently told you that they have a mental illness or have just been diagnosed, you are probably running a gamut of emotions. You may feel the responsibility to act as a caretaker for your spouse or have perhaps noticed an extreme change in their personality or your relationship dynamic that unsettles you. These feelings are completely natural. You are not a bad person for feeling... 4/24/2019 7:00:00 AM
Wellness Editor
Blood Test Could Offer Diagnosis For Fibromyalgia and 3 Other Disorders...
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Fibromyalgia sufferers may finally have visible proof of their condition within their grasp. After decades of relying on broad, often disputed diagnostic criteria, doctors and researchers may soon have a definitive blood test for fibromyalgia. The test may even be able to detect a patient’s degree of suffering.The test is also able to detect 3 other rheumatological disorders with 100% accuracy, along... 4/24/2019 7:00:00 AM
Rachael Pace
How to Talk to Your Partner About Your Mental Health
by Rachael Pace
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Keeping your thoughts and feelings to yourself when you are struggling with mental health issues can be exhausting for both you and your spouse.Common symptoms of mental health disorders include withdrawal from loved ones, excessive fears or guilt, inability to concentrate, constant fatigue, and severe depression.Without knowing that you are dealing with a mental illness, your partner may think that... 4/23/2019 7:00:00 AM
Wellness Editor
Is Contraceptive Jewelry the Future in Birth Control?
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Would you buy contraceptive jewelry? Sounds bizarre, doesn't it? But researchers at the Georgia Institute of Technology are working on the technology, which they believe is a novel new approach to birth control. Researchers are developing a ring, choker necklace, watch and earring backing that women can wear during the day for 24-hour pregnancy protection. So far, they’ve tested the earring backings... 4/19/2019 6:36:54 AM
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FDA Proposes Changes to Mammography for First Time in 20 Years
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In an effort to modernize and improve the quality of breast cancer screening, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is proposing changes to mammography standards for the first time in 20 years. The changes center on best practices, patient care and patient education as well as the regulation of mammography facilities. The changes will also take into account technological advances within the field of... 4/17/2019 7:00:00 AM
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